Language Passport

Steve Andrew
Mother tongue(s)

Other language(s)

English

French, Spanish

French
Self-assessment of language skills
Understanding

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Spoken interaction

Writing

Spoken production

Writing

C1

A2

B2

B2

C1

Proficient user

Basic User

Independent user

Independent user

Proficient user

Certificates and diplomas

Title

Awarding body

Date

Level*

DELF, Units 1-4

Institut Franais, London

1996

GCSE-level, Grade B

Alliance franaise, Birmingham

1998

Linguistic and intercultural experience

Description

Duration

Using languages at work: Temporary work as hotel receptionist in London with frequent Frenchspeaking guests.

19972000

Using languages while living or travelling abroad: Holiday jobs as camp leader in French-speaking
Switzerland.

19951997

Spanish
Self-assessment of language skills
Understanding

Speaking

Writing

* Indicate level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) if specified on certificate or diploma.
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Language Passport
Steve Andrew

Listening

Reading

Spoken interaction

Spoken production

Writing

B2

C1

B1

B1

B2

Independent user

Proficient user

Independent user

Independent user

Independent user

Linguistic and intercultural experience

Description
Using languages while living or travelling abroad: School exchange programme in Bilbao: one month
living with a Spanish-speaking family.

Duration
01 June 199030 June 1990

* Indicate level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) if specified on certificate or diploma.
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Understanding

Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid

A1

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

Basic User

Basic User

Independent user

Independent user

Proficient user

Proficient user

I can understand familiar words and

very basic phrases concerning myself,
my family and immediate concrete
surroundings when people speak
slowly and clearly.

I can understand phrases and the

highest frequency vocabulary related
to areas of most immediate personal
relevance (e.g. very basic personal
and family information, shopping,
local area, employment). I can catch
the main point in short, clear, simple
messages and announcements.

I can understand the main points of clear

standard speech on familiar matters
regularly encountered in work, school,
leisure, etc. I can understand the main
point of many radio or TV programmes
on current affairs or topics of personal or
professional interest when the delivery is
relatively slow and clear.

I can understand extended speech and

lectures and follow even complex lines
of argument provided the topic is
reasonably familiar. I can understand
most TV news and current affairs
programmes. I can understand the
majority of films in standard dialect.

I can understand extended speech

even when it is not clearly structured
and when relationships are only
implied and not signalled explicitly. I
can understand television
programmes and films without too
much effort.

I have no difficulty in understanding any

kind of spoken language, whether live
or broadcast, even when delivered at
fast native speed, provided I have some
time to get familiar with the accent.

I can understand familiar names, words

and very simple sentences, for
example on notices and posters or in
catalogues.

I can read very short, simple texts. I

can find specific, predictable
information in simple everyday
material such as advertisements,
prospectuses, menus and timetables
and I can understand short simple
personal letters.

I can understand texts that consist

mainly of high frequency everyday or jobrelated language. I can understand the
description of events, feelings and
wishes in personal letters.

I can read articles and reports

concerned with contemporary
problems in which the writers adopt
particular attitudes or viewpoints. I can
understand contemporary literary
prose.

I can understand long and complex

factual and literary texts, appreciating
distinctions of style. I can understand
specialised articles and longer
technical instructions, even when they
do not relate to my field.

I can read with ease virtually all forms of

the written language, including abstract,
structurally or linguistically complex
texts such as manuals, specialised
articles and literary works.

I can interact in a simple way provided

the other person is prepared to repeat
or rephrase things at a slower rate of
speech and help me formulate what I'm
trying to say. I can ask and answer
simple questions in areas of immediate
need or on very familiar topics.

I can communicate in simple and

routine tasks requiring a simple and
direct exchange of information on
familiar topics and activities. I can
handle very short social exchanges,
even though I can't usually
understand enough to keep the
conversation going myself.

I can deal with most situations likely to

arise whilst travelling in an area where
the language is spoken. I can enter
unprepared into conversation on topics
that are familiar, of personal interest or
pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family,
hobbies, work, travel and current
events).

I can interact with a degree of fluency

and spontaneity that makes regular
interaction with native speakers quite
possible. I can take an active part in
discussion in familiar contexts,
accounting for and sustaining my
views.

I can express myself fluently and

spontaneously without much obvious
searching for expressions. I can use
language flexibly and effectively for
social and professional purposes. I
can formulate ideas and opinions with
precision and relate my contribution
skilfully to those of other speakers.

I can take part effortlessly in any

conversation or discussion and have a
good familiarity with idiomatic
expressions and colloquialisms. I can
express myself fluently and convey finer
shades of meaning precisely. If I do
have a problem I can backtrack and
restructure around the difficulty so
smoothly that other people are hardly
aware of it.

I can use simple phrases and

sentences to describe where I live and
people I know.

I can use a series of phrases and

sentences to describe in simple
terms my family and other people,
living conditions, my educational
background and my present or most
recent job.

I can connect phrases in a simple way in

order to describe experiences and
events, my dreams, hopes and
ambitions. I can briefly give reasons and
explanations for opinions and plans. I
can narrate a story or relate the plot of a
book or film and describe my reactions.

I can present clear, detailed

descriptions on a wide range of
subjects related to my field of interest. I
can explain a viewpoint on a topical
issue giving the advantages and
disadvantages of various options.

I can present clear, detailed

descriptions of complex subjects
integrating sub-themes, developing
particular points and rounding off with
an appropriate conclusion.

I can present a clear, smoothly-flowing

description or argument in a style
appropriate to the context and with an
effective logical structure which helps
the recipient to notice and remember
significant points.

I can write a short, simple postcard, for

example sending holiday greetings. I
can fill in forms with personal details,
for example entering my name,
nationality and address on a hotel
registration form.

I can write short, simple notes and

messages. I can write a very simple
personal letter, for example thanking
someone for something.

I can write simple connected text on

topics which are familiar or of personal
interest. I can write personal letters
describing experiences and impressions.

I can write clear, detailed text on a wide

range of subjects related to my
interests. I can write an essay or
report, passing on information or giving
reasons in support of or against a
particular point of view. I can write
letters highlighting the personal
significance of events and experiences.

I can express myself in clear, wellstructured text, expressing points of

view at some length. I can write about
complex subjects in a letter, an essay
or a report, underlining what I consider
to be the salient issues. I can select a
style appropriate to the reader in mind.

I can write clear, smoothly-flowing text

in an appropriate style. I can write
complex letters, reports or articles
which present a case with an effective
logical structure which helps the
recipient to notice and remember
significant points. I can write summaries
and reviews of professional or literary
works.

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Spoken
interaction

Writing

Spoken
production

Writing

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